Franciscan Village

03/09/2026

Spring is right around the corner...🌸

Before we know it, our Magnolia tree will bloom right outside our Franciscan Village Mother Theresa Home!! Such a beautiful sight to see that signals spring has come.

03/08/2026

Strong communities are built by strong women.

Today, we celebrate the women who lead, nurture, advocate and inspire—our residents, team members, volunteers and family caregivers. Their strength, wisdom and compassion shape our community in meaningful ways every day.

03/07/2026

It's time to join Deepali Aul, MPH - our Associate Dining Director, to learn all about Protein: Your Body's Repair Crew!! 💪

Deepali, known for her passion for healthy eating, is taking her knowledge on the road. Deepali stopped by Our Lady of the Woods Catholic Church, located in Orland Park, to share information about protein!

We thank Deepali for all her knowledge and cannot wait to see what she has in store for us next time! 😊

03/06/2026

Did someone say...BINNNGGGOOOOO?

Competition is high for our Franciscan Village Residents...game on!! This Bingo game was keeping our St. Patrick's Day theme going, welcome to Irish Bingo ☘🧡

Smiles, prizes and giggles all around for our Irish Bingo, cheers!

03/06/2026

The heart of our community isn’t the building. It’s the people inside it.

Today, we’re celebrating the team members who show up with patience, compassion and kindness every single day. Their dedication turns care into connection and makes our communities feel like home.

Join us in saying thank you: tag a team member or share a note of appreciation in the comments!

03/05/2026

Let's talk dinner...our FreshKitchen team is the most passionate and gifted culinary team!! Each meal cooked from the heart and delivered right to you 💚

This dinner included Beef Wellington, served with a wine reduction and Potato Encrusted Halibut, served in a tomato butter sauce. Dessert was a Crème Brûlée with fresh berries...how delicious!! 🤩

As always, our Executive Director Nicole stopped by to say hello!

03/04/2026

Is your loved one truly receiving the care they deserve? Our free Quality of Life Calculator can help you find clarity.

This easy-to-use tool evaluates key areas like safety, health, social engagement and overall happiness to provide valuable insights that can guide your care decisions.

Take the first step toward peace of mind—download your free calculator today:

Download Franciscan Ministries' free Quality of Life Calculator to understand your current quality of life and if senior living could be right for you.

03/04/2026

Somedays, you just need a hand massage for a little zen 🧘‍♀️💫

Our Life Enrichment Team creates the most calming activities! A Franciscan Favorite is chatting with our team and relaxing 💜

03/03/2026

2 weeks until St. Patrick's Day calls for making cute St. Patrick's Day crafts!! ☘🌈

Join our ladies in creating some super cute door decor, with Diane from our Life Enrichment team. It was a shamrock-ing good time!! ☘

03/02/2026

Joy doesn’t always arrive in big milestones.

It’s found in a morning routine you look forward to, a shared laugh over lunch, a peaceful moment that reminds you to slow down. Living with intention means noticing those small moments and choosing joy right where you are.

Read more about living with intention and choosing joy: https://heyor.ca/jHZ4VH

Discover how living with intention helps older adults embrace joy in small moments. Explore mindful practices encouraged here.

03/01/2026

Every great day starts with feeling nourished.

This month, we’re celebrating the role good nutrition plays in energy, independence and overall well-being. From balanced meals to familiar favorites made with care, thoughtful nutrition helps residents stay active, engaged and feeling their best.

What’s a meal or snack that always brings comfort or a smile to your loved one? Tell us in the comments!

02/28/2026

Let's all give a round of applause to our Circle of Excellence winner... VICTOR!! 🌟

Victor, our Nurse, was nominated for a Circle of Excellence award by one of our very own residents! They stated "I would like to nominate Victor as my favorite for the last 3 weeks. He has been very helpful to me!"

We are so proud of Victor, he is always a beam of JOY in our community, happy to help when needed and always smiling. Victor, thank you for all you do!!! 💙💚💜🧡